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Artists to watch 2022

Introducing the artists set to make waves this year: From Jersey club, Afrotech, and hardcore to UK rap, Brazilian grime, Ghanain asakaa and beyond, these are the DJs, producers and MCs pushing tomorrow’s sounds today

The hyper-kinetic pulse of Jersey club is taking over the world, and one of its most prolific young talents is New Jersey polymath, SJAYY, whose...

Photo of Joseph Capriati with an orange beam of light across his eyes

Joseph Capriati is considered one of the world’s foremost techno technicians — but the veteran artist is much more than that, with the sounds of deep house, tech-house and more running through his sets and productions. With a newfound creative energy and sense of musical freedom, he’s as happy as he’s ever been — but if it wasn’t for a twist of fate, he wouldn’t have a career at all, as he explains in a wide-ranging conversation

Let’s jump into a time machine and travel back a decade or so, to a massive warehouse on the Brooklyn waterfront. You find yourself at...

re:ni poses in a forest wearing a black blue and red racing jacket

In-demand DJ and radio host, producer of sound system shakers for labels like Timedance and Ilian Tape, promoter and label co-founder at re:lax, Lauren Bush, aka re:ni, has become a seemingly unstoppable force in UK club music through a combination of hard work and self-belief. Alongside a pulse-quickening Recognise mix, she speaks to Jasmine Kent-Smith about formative club experiences, the importance of role models, and the pursuit of authenticity

When Lauren Reni Bush was a child, she wanted to become a vet. Back then, she lived in a village outside of Dorchester, a market...

Press shot of DJ Premier in a black hat looking toward the camera in a t tshirt that says "Royalty"

For over three decades, DJ Premier has consistently proven himself to be one of hip-hop’s greatest producers. As he releases his new EP, 'Hip Hop 50: Vol 1', celebrating the genre’s 50th anniversary, he speaks to Arielle Lana LeJarde about evolving with the culture and the hip-hop/dance music connection

“I’m raised off being a fan first,” DJ Premier states clearly. “Before DJing, before producing or anything else, I’m a fan.” He sits across from...

Chicago's Hieroglyphic Being records one hour of fuzzy-and-jazzy live techno for the On Cue mix series, and speaks to Lauren Martin about surviving as an...

UK label Champion Records is celebrating its 35th year with a series of remixes of classic releases. The label's best-known hit is Robin S' ‘Show...

It starts with a cymbal crash, a bumpy house beat and a prominent, punchy snare. There’s a gnarly, low synth stab that plays a simple...

Photo of Cristina Lazic with a slicked-back pony tail against a dark blue background

Italy’s Cristina Lazic returns to her fledgling imprint with a deliciously hypnotic suite of minimal, deep tech and melodic house

Cristina Lazic will release a new EP, ‘L’Amour’, later this week on her La Zic label. Have an exclusive first listen to the title track...

Prince's iconic yellow Cloud 3 guitar to be auctioned for estimated $600,000

The late star used the guitar at the height of his career, during tours for classic records including 'Purple Rain'

One of Prince's most iconic guitars, used on stage at the height of his fame in the '80s and '90s, is to be auctioned later...

Worldwide FM and Gilles Peterson launch grassroots music funding initiative

Studio Monkey Shoulder will put a £10,000 investment into one community project

Gilles Peterson and Worldwide FM have partnered with Monkey Shoulder Whiskey to set up a new music initiative which is designed to empower and celebrate...

mi-el's press photo next to the floral artwork for Black Artist Database's new compilation

London’s mi-el serves up a slice of tough, shapeshifting techno for Black Artist Database’s new compilation

Black Artist Database will release its new compilation, 'Synergy Vol. 2', this week. Have an exclusive first listen to mi-el’s ‘Atlantic’ below. The London DJ...

Frankie Knuckles classics and remixes set for vinyl release via Defected’s House Masters

The storied UK house label celebrates the late Chicago house legend on the tenth anniversary of his death with a new vinyl pressing of his 2015 compilation

Defected is releasing a collection of the late Frankie Knuckles' classics and remixes in a new vinyl set. Part of the storied UK label's 'House...

UKG pioneers Tuff Jam release full back-catalogue on streaming platforms for the first time: Listen

Seminal tracks such as 'Experience' and 'Tumblin' Down' are now available to listen to online in full master quality for the first time

UK garage pioneers Tuff Jam have released their back-catalogue to streaming platforms for the first time. People can now listen to classic tracks by the...

Press shots of Skrillex, Flowdan and Fred Again.. on a black background

Flowdan has become the first UK MC to win a Grammy

Skrillex and Fred again..'s 2023 collaboration with Flowdan, 'Rumble', has won Best Electronic/Dance Recording at the 66th Grammy Awards. The trio's track was named the...

Emily Dust

"Essential listening for anyone who’s ever DJ'd, been to a club or is curious to discover the world through dancing in the dark with a load of strangers"

Emily Dust has launched a new podcast about club culture called Dances For Buildings. Produced by Erica McKoy (Worldwide FM), with theme music composed by...

Fracture 0860

Album, mixtape, radio station, artwork and more, with input from Bryan Gee, Om Unit, Naina, Eddie Peake, and Mantra

Drum & bass and jungle stalwart Fracture has unveiled a new multi-platform project which pays homage to, and is inspired by, UK pirate radio culture...